Vulnerability Description
Single CPU Sun systems running Solaris 7, 8, or 9, such as Netra, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (console hang) via a flood of small TCP/IP packets. NOTE: this issue has not been replicated by third parties. In addition, the cause is unknown, although it might be related to "jabber" and generation of a large amount of interrupts within the console, or a hardware error.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Solaris | 9.0 |
| Sun | Sunos | 5.7 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434449/30/4890/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434920/30/4890/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/435107/30/4710/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/435146/30/4890/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434449/30/4890/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434920/30/4890/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/435107/30/4710/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/435146/30/4890/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-7028?
CVE-2006-7028 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Single CPU Sun systems running Solaris 7, 8, or 9, such as Netra, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (console hang) via a flood of small TCP/IP packets. NOTE: this issue has not bee...
How severe is CVE-2006-7028?
CVE-2006-7028 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-7028?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Solaris, Sun Sunos.